University of California, Santa Cruz via Phys.orgResearchers have calculated the capacity of North American forests to sequester carbon in a detailed analysis that for the first time integrates the effects of two key factors: the natural process of forest growth and regeneration, and climate changes that are likely to alter the growth process over the next 60 years. The result is a compelling picture that's of great value, because forests play a critical role in mitigating the effects of climate change. Trees absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere as they grow, storing the carbon in their wood.READ MORE

FPSThe Introduction to Wood Science and Forest Products Course is presented by the Forest Products Society (FPS) in conjunction with Mississippi State University (MSU) in Starkville, Mississippi, Tuesday through Thursday, Sept. 11-13. This comprehensive, three-day course was created specifically for people who want to learn more about wood or wood processing.

Suppliers, consultants, claims agents and anyone seeking to understand trees, their harvesting and how wood is processed into today's products would benefit. Current issues in the forest products industry, such as green building and product testing, are also covered. Attendees will earn 17 CEUs upon completion of the course.

Instructors include several recognized forest products educators. Course participants will develop skills through hands-on exercises and sessions in the state-of-the-art Forest Products and Wood Science Learning Center at MSU. In addition, attendees will gain experiential understanding of wood processing during a tour of the Southeastern Timber Products Lumber Company and Sawmill in Ackerman, Mississippi.

Register now to receive early-bird registration savings before Monday, Aug. 13. Special group rates are available to FPS organization member companies.

U.S. Endowment for Forestry and CommunitiesThe U.S. Endowment for Forestry and Communities is pleased to announce that the Sustainable Forestry and African American Land Retention (SFLR) Program is a 2018 recipient of the Secretary's Awards for Public-Philanthropic Partnerships. READ MORE

AutodeskGiven team owners' history of playing fans against each other, making stadiums more mobile isn’t likely to give pennant-wavers a sense of security, but the concept is an incredible breakthrough for building technology. Endlessly modular and made of ultralow-impact mass timber, this vision of low-carbon construction, conceived by engineered-wood manufacturer Rubner Holzbau and prefabricated stadium designer Bear Stadiums, could soon materialize at a soccer pitch near you.READ MORE

Woodworking NetworkFatal workplace accidents can and do happen. While employers may aim to create a safe environment for their employees, hazardous moments can happen anywhere and create deadly scenarios. Across the U.S., the number of fatal workplace injuries increased by 7 percent between 2015 and 2016, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

Educational website Injury Claim Coach wanted to know which states had the most accidents, which employees were most in danger, and which U.S. jobs were considered the deadliest.READ MORE

Yanko DesignIf you thought the Tesla Semi was an impressive beast of a machine, Einride's T-Log is sure to change your mind. Imagine a powerful electric truck; now imagine it without a driver or even a cockpit.READ MORE